As a result of having been bumped (bumping) on the famous DC Beltway I
replaced the front bumper on my 73 with what I believe is the bumper
from a US model 72...one with the front badge bar and three small
mounting holes in the upper surface of the bumper. The replacement
bumper fits very close (almost tight) to the indicator lamps...looks
fine, but is higher than the original 73 bumper which may have been
1-1/2" below the lamps.
PMcQ
73 TR-6
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Subject: Re: '73 TR6 (was TR6 '74 & '74 1/2 cars)
Author: McGaheyRx@aol.com at Internet
Date: 5/21/97 10:33 AM
In a message dated 97-05-21 06:01:42 EDT, DANMAS@aol.com writes:
<< On the earlier cars, the bumper almost touches the indicator
lamps. On the '73, there is clearly a space.
I may be off a little on the year, but I am almost certain that around '73,
this type bumper was fitted. I don't think it's just a case of someone
removing the overriders, either, because that leaves the mounting holes
visible. I would love to have confirmation on this. It has been puzzling me
for quite a while. Anyone? >>
On my early 73 TR6 (CF870U) there clearly is significant space between
the indicator lamps and bumper. Comparing it to pictures of my first TR6
(1974 1/2 CF29096U with overiders & clear/amber lamps below bumper)
I'm really suprised at how much lower the bumper is on the 73. I can
confirm that the 73 is as original and the 74 1/2 was as original when the
pictures were taken.
Cheers!
Jack Mc
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